Tennessee Corrections Institute

06/05/2026

🎓👏 Help us congratulate the Graduates of the TCI 3T CIT Course in Greene County! 👏🎓

This week, dedicated corrections professionals successfully completed the TCI 3T Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Course instructed by our very own Dave Saffell, hosted in Greene County, Tennessee.

Building upon the foundation established in Basic CIT, the 3T CIT course provides advanced opportunities for officers to learn directly from mental health professionals and experienced officers within their community. One of the key strengths of the CIT program is the collaborative network it creates—connecting officers with mental health experts and fellow professionals who can provide guidance, support, and practical solutions when challenging situations arise.

Through this training, participants strengthened their ability to recognize and respond effectively to individuals experiencing mental health crises, while fostering partnerships that improve outcomes for both officers and the communities they serve.

Thank you for your commitment to professional growth, community safety, and compassionate service. The knowledge, skills, and relationships built during this course will have a lasting impact throughout your careers.

Congratulations to all of the graduates on this outstanding achievement! 🎉

06/05/2026

🎉 Congratulations to the Graduates of the First Official TCI FTASC Administrator Course! 🎉

This week marked an exciting milestone as participants successfully completed the inaugural 16-Hour TCI FTASC Administrator Course!

Designed as a comprehensive deep dive into the Facility Training and Compliance System portal, this course provided attendees with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively manage and maximize their agency's training records and reporting capabilities. Throughout the training, participants learned how to:

✅ Enter and manage training records
✅ Audit and verify training documentation
✅ Modify and maintain user profiles
✅ Build and organize lesson plans
✅ Track employee annual training progress
✅ Utilize FTACS tools to support agency compliance and training management

The dedication and engagement demonstrated by this first class set a strong foundation for future Facility Administrators across Tennessee. Your commitment to professional development and accurate training management plays a critical role in supporting your agencies and the corrections profession as a whole.

Thank you for investing in your knowledge and helping strengthen training accountability and excellence throughout our state.

Congratulations, graduates! We look forward to seeing the impact you make in your agencies and communities. 👏🎓

06/05/2026

🎉 Congratulations to the graduates of the very first official modified 3-Day TCI Facility Training Officer (FTO) Course held at the TCI West Tennessee Training Facility this past week! 🎉

These dedicated professionals invested their time and effort to strengthen their ability to train and mentor newly hired officers within their agencies. Throughout the course, participants engaged in both classroom instruction and hands-on scenario-based training, gaining exposure to a variety of effective training methods and leadership techniques.

As Field Training Officers, these graduates play a critical role in shaping the future of corrections by helping new officers develop the knowledge, skills, and professionalism needed to succeed. Their commitment to excellence ensures that the next generation of corrections professionals receives the guidance and support necessary to serve their communities with integrity.

We are proud of each graduate for their hard work, participation, and dedication to professional development. Thank you for your commitment to making Tennessee corrections stronger, safer, and more effective.

Please join us in congratulating the graduates of this milestone class! 👏🎓

06/01/2026

LAST CALL FOR REGISTRATION!!

🚨Command Presence – Tier 3 Leadership Course 🚨

Take your leadership to the next level with the Tennessee Corrections Institute!

Join us for an executive-level, 3-day leadership experience designed for those ready to elevate their impact, strengthen their teams, and drive meaningful change within their organization.

📅 June 9–11, 2026
⏰ 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM daily
📍 TCI West TN Training Facility – Jackson, TN
🔥 What You’ll Gain:
✔️ A deeper understanding of your leadership style
✔️ Tools to evaluate and improve your agency’s culture
✔️ Strategies for building strong, motivated teams
✔️ Guidance on developing career paths for your staff
✔️ A practical leadership toolkit you can implement immediately
💡 Why Attend?
This isn’t just another class—it’s a hands-on leadership experience built to help you create an organization people want to work for.

✅ Additional Details:
• TCI Certificate provided
• FREE for TCI-inspected facilities
• Counts toward mandatory In-Service credit

📲 Spots are limited—register today in FTACS!

05/27/2026

05/26/2026

🚨 Leadership Training Opportunity – Now Open for Registration! 🚨

Don't miss this opportunity!

The Tennessee Corrections Institute is proud to host the upcoming Command Presence – Tier 3 Leadership Course at the TCI West TN Training Facility in Madison County, June 9–11, 2026!

This custom-designed, executive-level leadership course is built for correctional professionals who are ready to strengthen their leadership impact and help shape the future culture of their organizations.

📍 Location:
TCI West TN Training Facility
121 Executive Dr
Jackson, TN 38305

🕣 Course Schedule:
Daily from 8:30 a.m. – approximately 4:30 p.m.

💡 Course Highlights Include:
✔️ Evaluating and refining your leadership style
✔️ Assessing and improving agency culture
✔️ Developing meaningful career paths for employees
✔️ Building high-performing teams and organizations people want to work for
✔️ Practical leadership tools attendees can implement immediately

✅ Students will receive a TCI certificate
✅ No tuition fees for TCI-inspected facilities
✅ Counts toward mandatory TCI In-Service credit

🏨 Hotel Accommodations Available:
TCI will sponsor hotel accommodations for correctional staff traveling more than 50 miles from any TCI-inspected facility. Be sure to select “Hotel Requested” during FTACS registration or contact Amanda Smith at [email protected] for assistance.

📢 Registration is NOW OPEN in FTACS!
Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your leadership journey and bring valuable strategies back to your organization.

05/26/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday to Three Incredible Members of the TCI Team! 🎂

In these final days of May, we’re celebrating three invaluable professionals who each play a vital role in supporting the mission of TCI:

🎈 David Elola – Director of Training
🎈 Michael Donahue – Detention Facilities Specialist
🎈 Gwen Hyde – Chief Detention Specialist

Your dedication, leadership, expertise, and commitment to excellence continue to make a lasting impact across Tennessee corrections. We are grateful for everything each of you brings to the TCI family every day!

Please join us in wishing David, Michael, and Gwen a very Happy Birthday and a wonderful year ahead! 🎊

05/18/2026

🎓 Congratulations to the Graduates of the TCI Command Presence Tier 2 Leadership Course in Washington County! 🎉

This past week, an outstanding group of professionals successfully completed the TCI Command Presence Tier 2 Leadership Course — a program designed to strengthen the skills of leaders who serve in the challenging “middle” of an organization.

Throughout the course, participants explored the art of leading in all directions while balancing the expectations of subordinates, peers, and senior leadership. Through practical exercises, hands-on simulations, and thought-provoking discussions, these leaders sharpened their abilities to foster collaboration, build strong teams, lead with purpose, and communicate with confidence.

We commend each graduate for their commitment to professional growth and leadership excellence within the corrections profession. Your dedication to improving yourselves and your organizations helps strengthen agencies and communities across Tennessee.

Congratulations again on this accomplishment, and thank you for your continued service and leadership! 👏

05/18/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday to RK, our incredible Director of Operations at TCI! 🎂

Today, we celebrate not only a great leader, but also a dedicated professional who helps keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes each and every day. Your hard work, leadership, and commitment to excellence make a lasting impact on our team and the agencies we serve across Tennessee.

Thank you for all that you do for TCI and for being such an important part of our mission. We hope your birthday is filled with joy, laughter, and well-deserved celebration!

Please join us in wishing RK a very Happy Birthday! 🎈🎁

05/15/2026

🚨 Training Opportunity – East Tennessee 🚨

Registration is now open for the upcoming FCO: Facility Compliance Officer Development Course hosted by TCI in Anderson County, June 2–5, 2026!

This 40-hour certification course is designed for professionals seeking their F.C.O. certification and focuses on:

✔️ Legalities related to internal auditing of local jails and detention facilities
✔️ Tennessee Minimum Standards
✔️ Identifying “at-risk” areas within facilities
✔️ Strengthening compliance and operational readiness

📍 Location: Anderson County, East Tennessee
🕣 Class Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. daily

⚠️ Space is limited! Registration is restricted to 2 officers per agency.

📌 Important Prerequisite Information:
Participants must complete the FCO Day One Online Course before enrolling or the system will not allow registration. Please speak with your FTO Officer regarding enrollment procedures.

Don’t miss this opportunity to advance your professional development and strengthen your facility’s compliance efforts. We look forward to seeing you there!